Job Description - EXPIRED

Why the RNLI needs this role

This role will help us save lives at sea by supporting our participants in the Virgin London Marathon who are raising vital funds for the RNLI.

Potential time commitment: 26th April 2015 - 10am to 3pm or various times throughout the day depending on availabilityTeam: Events TeamLocation: Various locations in Central LondonResponsible to: Events Logistics ManagerResponsible for (any other people): N/ARole Specific Requirements (e.g. reference checks): N/A

Responsibilities

Act as RNLI ambassadors

Cheer and support all the RNLI runners

Maintain a positive atmosphere at cheer station

Raise awareness of the charity

Measures of Success

RNLI runners feel supported and motivated

You enjoy and soak up the atmosphere

Training and Support

A full briefing of responsibilities and any necessary training will be given in advance.

What you will get from this role

Join a motivated, fun and enthusiastic team

Gain valuable experience that will enhance your CV and set you apart in the job market

Meet new people within your local community

Satisfaction of giving back

Gain charity sector contacts within a supportive environment

Reasonable travel and lunch expenses covered

RNLI Values

The RNLI has set values as an organisation that we ask all our staff and volunteers to uphold:

Selfless: Willing to put the requirements of others before our own and the needs of the team before the individual, able to see the bigger picture and act in the best interests of the RNLI. Inclusive and respectful of others. Prepared to share our expertise with organisations that share our aims.Dependable: Always available, committed to doing our part in saving lives with professionalism and expertise, continuously developing and improving. Working in and for the community and delivering on our promises.Trustworthy: Responsible, accountable and efficient in the use of the donations entrusted to us, managing our affairs with transparency, integrity and impartiality.Courageous: Prepared to achieve our aims in changing and challenging environments. We are innovative, adaptable and determined in our mission to save more lives at sea.

Health and safety responsibilities

To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of others with whom you volunteer, by reporting all potential and actual health and

safety matters including accidents using the correct procedures.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and, expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the RNLI Safeguarding Policy and Procedures to ensure safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.